"Of course I'm crazy, but that doesn't mean I'm wrong!" - R.A. Wilson

UNDERSTANDING KREUZBERG

A DOWN-TO-EARTH UTOPIA: THE ROOTS OF LOCAL (SUB)CULTURE

The district of Kreuzberg is famous for having been attracting a wide variety of creative and visionary minds for decades. But why actually? How did that distinctive atmosphere arise in the context of Berlin's city history?

Immerse yourself in the fascinating district's vibe, experience the adventurous local everyday life, and see how the 1970s still shape contemporary culture.

Locate the legacy of the squatter movement, and discover the social and environmental projects collaboratively organized by the locals. Now and then we turn into hidden backyards or discuss impressive examples of local street art.

On this tour, you will...

* understand the unique factors that inspired the famous Kreuzberg subcultures - squatting, activism, experimental arts

* discover the squatter scene's cultural heritage and see how subcultures shape local everyday life

* listen to stunning stories about life during the time of the Wall (and after)

* find out how the locals participate in various initiatives to realize their visions of urban solidarity